Autumn Monarch Encore Azalea |
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Ericaceae Rhododendron Conleo' PP#11640 Autumn Monarch™ |
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3 Gallon In StockOther Options: 
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Cannot ship to: Alaska, Hawaii
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| Grows In | Zone 6B · -5° to 0° F through Zone 9A · 20° to 25° F |
| Sun Exposure | Morning Sun / Evening Shade, Dappled Light / Filtered Sun |
| Soil Drainage | Well Drained, Moderately Drained |
| Flower Color | Pink, Orange, Salmon |
| Blooms | Spring Blooms, Fall Blooms |
| Foliage Color | Light Green, Medium Green |
| Average Height | 4' to 5' |
| Average Width | 3' to 4' |
| Attracts | Visual Attention |
| Fragrances | None |
Autumn Monarch Encore Azalea is a moderate growing shrub that can be grown in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 6B through 9A. It matures to an average height of 4 feet to 5 feet and an average width of 3 feet to 4 feet, depending on climate and other environmental factors. It prefers growing in a location that provides morning sun with afternoon shade or filtered sun and grows best when planted in loam, clay or silt soil that is well drained or moderately drained. In the spring and fall Autumn Monarch Encore Azalea produces pink, orange and salmon flowers. The foliage is light green and medium green in color.
Autumn Monarch Encore Azalea can be useful in the landscape along woodland borders, in mass plantings, in foundation plantings, in shrub borders, around decks, swimming pools, and other outdoor living areas, under a shade tree, in landscape beds or islands, in small groupings or as a hedge and also in cottage gardens or shade gardens.
Noteworthy Characteristics
One of the tallest of the series, the stunning blooms of Autumn Monarch are pinkish-orange flecked with red. The large blooms are in single form, measure up to 2.5 inches across, and contrast nicely with the light green, evergreen foliage. USDA Zones 6b-9b.
Uses
With a height of 5 feet and spread of 4 feet, Autumn Monarch is useful in foundation plantings, in small or large groupings in landscape beds, as an informal colorful hedge, or singularly in containers.
Culture & Care
Encore Azaleas prefer a an acid soil that contains plenty of organic matter and is well-drained. Encores will tolerate all-day full sun however will also tolerate some shade. Too much shade and flowering will be diminished. 5 hours or more of direct sun per day is recommended. A light pruning and feeding after the first bloom phase can help stimulate new growth and encourage heavier bud development.
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